We focus on internationalization
SWPS University remains the leader in Poland in the “International Outlook” category, confirming our commitment to international cooperation and openness to the world. This dimension of the ranking evaluates the proportion of international students and academic staff as well as the extent of global research collaboration.
With students from more than 80 countries and numerous international research projects, SWPS University continues to strengthen its global partnerships. We actively participate in international initiatives such as the European Reform University Alliance (ERUA), which provides new opportunities for academic exchange and collaborative research.
Enhancing our research potential
SWPS University ranked eighth in Poland for research quality and improved its results in both the research environment and industry categories. These indicators reflect the scale and impact of our scientific activity, as well as the university’s increasing engagement with the economy and society.
The “Research Environment” category, which measures research reputation, income, and productivity, recognizes institutions that create favorable conditions for conducting high-quality research. The “Industry” category, on the other hand, assesses a university’s collaboration with the business sector and its contribution to the practical application of research findings.
SWPS University in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026
SWPS University is one of 42 Polish institutions featured in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 (up from 40 last year) and remains the only non-public university in this group. At the national level, we ranked fifth, alongside several other universities. Wrocław Medical University, Jagiellonian University, the University of Warsaw, and the Medical University of Łódź secured the top positions.
Globally, this year’s ranking includes 2,191 universities from 115 countries and territories—nearly 100 more than in 2025—reflecting the growing competitiveness of higher education worldwide.
For detailed results, visit the Times Higher Education website
Representatives of Polish universities included in this year’s edition of the ranking received their THE awards during the LUMEN 2025 conference. SWPS University was represented by Vice-Rector for Educational Affairs, Kamila Jankowiak-Siuda, Ph.D./Associate Professor.
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About THE World University Rankings
The Times Higher Education World University Rankings are among the most comprehensive global assessments of higher education institutions. The ranking evaluates universities based on 18 indicators across five key areas: Teaching, Research Environment, Research Quality, International Outlook, and Industry. This methodology provides an in-depth picture of institutional performance in education, research, and global engagement.